Reed Talent Solutions

About the Company

Established in 1995, Reed Talent Solutions can enable you to access and unlock the talent your organisation needs to grow and succeed in an ever-changing world. As a leading contingent and permanent workforce solutions provider, we can give you access to the entire talent ecosystem, and unrivalled direct access to professionals. We offer a range of talent solutions, from recruitment process outsourcing, to managed service programmes, statement of work and talent advisory, that can be matched to suit the unique requirements of your organisation.

Whatever workforce challenges you’re faced with, our experts can help match the right talent solutions to the unique needs of your organisation. Tell us your problem and we can help you solve it.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Reed Talent Solutions

Job Title

Service Strategy & Design Lead

Job Description

Job Title: Service Strategy & Design Lead Role Summary: Lead the development and implementation of strategic service models and design frameworks for integrated revenue collection in the public transport sector, driving efficiency, compliance, and stakeholder alignment across a large, complex organization. Expectations: Deliver a forward‑looking service strategy that aligns with business objectives, establish best‑practice design principles, influence senior leadership, manage third‑party relationships, and ensure contractual and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities - Develop and refine service strategy and design frameworks for the integrated revenue collection contract. - Lead and inspire a cross‑functional service design team, setting clear objectives and performance metrics. - Translate design principles into contractual requirements, service level agreements, and operational procedures. - Manage change initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, communication plans, and training activities. - Monitor and report on service performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive service efficiency actions. - Ensure compliance with government/public sector legislation (Data Protection Act, EU procurement directives) and industry best practices. - Build and maintain relationships with senior leaders, partner organizations, and third‑party vendors. Required Skills - Proven experience in public transport service strategy and design. - Strong leadership, team management, and influence skills. - Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities. - Superior communication and interpersonal skills for multi‑stakeholder environments. - Project and change management expertise. - Deep knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks (ITIL) and large‑organisation operational experience. - Familiarity with cloud service models (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and Technology & Data Services. - Ability to read and apply relevant legislation and procurement guidelines. Required Education & Certifications - ITIL Foundation (or equivalent) certification. - Degree or equivalent experience in business administration, public sector management, IT, or a related field. - Demonstrated understanding of EU procurement directives and UK Data Protection Act.

London, United kingdom

On site

Senior

14-11-2025

Company Name

Reed Talent Solutions

Job Title

Oracle Fusion Payroll Consultant

Job Description

Job Title: Oracle Fusion Payroll Consultant Role Summary: Lead advisory consultant guiding the transition from Oracle EBS to Oracle Fusion Payroll and HCM modules, ensuring alignment with standard Oracle configurations and best practices. Expectations: - Serve as subject‑matter expert on Fusion payroll and HCM in a high‑impact, multi‑year implementation. - Deliver design guidance, stakeholder engagement, and technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: - Provide expert oversight on service designs for payroll and HCM in Oracle Fusion. - Collaborate with business stakeholders to finalize and support design decisions aligned with standard Oracle configurations. - Conduct process modelling activities to support development teams. - Partner with System Integrators post‑contract to validate correct system configuration and design implementation. Required Skills: - Strong knowledge of Oracle Payroll systems; Oracle Fusion experience preferred, Oracle EBS acceptable. - Understanding of Fusion configuration and integration capabilities. - Ability to advise on configurable choices and industry best practices. - Excellent communication and business engagement skills, able to translate technical concepts into business language. - Proven adaptability in reactive, dynamic environments and ability to build strong relationships with shifting priorities. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred. - Oracle HCM / Fusion Certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Specialist – Fusion Payroll) desirable but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

On site

14-11-2025

Company Name

Reed Talent Solutions

Job Title

DV CLEARED TEST ENGINEER

Job Description

**Job Title** DV CLEARED TEST ENGINEER / TEST ANALYST **Role Summary** Responsible for planning, developing and executing technical test activities for network solutions under strict security clearance. Works onsite (contract) to deliver high‑quality test results, manage test resources, and support defect resolution within agreed timelines. **Expectations** * Secure DV clearance. * Operate independently or lead a small test team on medium‑sized projects. * Deliver test artefacts on schedule, maintain clear communication with stakeholders, and apply risk‑based testing. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Analyse technical and business specifications to produce detailed test plans and requirements. 2. Create, review, and maintain test cases and related test data for specialized technical areas. 3. Execute test cases, log defects in JIRA, investigate issues, and provide resolution support. 4. Capture, analyse and report test metrics, risks, incidents, and progress against project schedules. 5. Coordinate test environment set‑up, tools, and resources; ensure timely delivery of test outputs. 6. Produce comprehensive, high‑quality test documentation for small to medium projects. **Required Skills** * Advanced test design and execution skills for technical environments. * Strong knowledge of test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail). * Ability to write precise, role‑appropriate test cases and plans. * Risk‑based testing mindset with clear measurement of test coverage. * Excellent troubleshooting and defect resolution capabilities. * Effective verbal and written communication within project and customer teams. **Required Education & Certifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * Relevant test‑management or security‑clearance qualifications preferred (e.g., ISTQB, CISM). * Current DV security clearance.

Basingstoke and deane, United kingdom

On site

05-12-2025

Company Name

Reed Talent Solutions

Job Title

Group Assistant Director of Information and Governance

Job Description

Job title: Group Assistant Director of Information and Governance Role Summary: Lead the Information and Governance function for the client’s shared services, serving as Deputy Data Protection Officer. Drive strategy, compliance, and innovation across the Greater Manchester region, ensuring data protection laws and information best practices are embedded throughout the organisation. Expectations: - Deliver on a 4‑month FTC contract as a senior leader within a public sector environment. - Shape and champion a high‑performing shared service model, cultivating a culture of information stewardship. - Act as the primary liaison with senior leaders, national stakeholders, and local authorities to advance regional data initiatives. Key Responsibilities: - Own and advance the Information Strategy, aligning initiatives with business goals. - Lead compliance programmes for GDPR, DPA, Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), and related legislation. - Design and implement best‑practice frameworks for data governance, privacy, and information security. - Partner with cross‑functional teams to embed a data‑driven mindset and support transformation projects. - Build and maintain relationships with government bodies, local authorities, and national stakeholders. - Provide guidance to junior staff, fostering continuous improvement and inclusive decision‑making. - Monitor and report on compliance status, incidents, and improvement metrics to executive leadership. Required Skills: - Proven leadership in Information, Data Governance, and Data Protection environments. - In‑depth knowledge of GDPR, DPA, FOI, EIR, and broader information‑management best practices. - Strong stakeholder‑management and partnership‑building capabilities. - Collaborative, adaptable, and ethical leadership style. - Ability to translate regulatory requirements into effective organisational practices. - Experience in managing transformational programmes and cross‑departmental initiatives. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Law, Computer Science, or related field. - Professional certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/G, CIPD, or equivalent in data protection and privacy preferred.

Manchester, United kingdom

On site

24-12-2025